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New Jersey American Water seeks $10 a month rate increase
The investor-owned utility said a rate increase would help fund major infrastructure projects.
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Listen 1:00A man fatally shot by a federal officer in Minnesota worked as an ICU nurse, his parents say
The officer who shot Alex Pretti is an eight-year Border Patrol veteran, federal officials said.
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The National Basketball League was formed in Philly in 1898, the Historic District and the Sixers have teamed up to commemorate it.
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The FBI is actively investigating, along with Villanova's Public Safety Department and local law enforcement.
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How services, housing gaps and policy made Georgetown, Delaware a focal point for homelessness
A new study sheds light on why homelessness is concentrated in Sussex County’s Georgetown and what leaders say is needed to address it.
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Listen 1:40West Chester gets a new family shelter: ‘We will not turn our eyes away from homelessness’
The Friends Association’s new building located 825 Paoli Pike comprises an office space and a 10-unit family shelter.
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As electricity rates soar, PECO adds $2.5 million in aid for low-income customers
Utility aims to keep the heat on during cold weather while calling for long-term solutions.
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Philly contenders among the 2026 James Beard Awards semifinalists
Veterans and rising stars in the city’s restaurant scene will vie for a finalist nod to come on March 31.
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Missing 10-year-old from Philadelphia found safe in Upper Chichester, Pa.
Police earlier said the child went missing after being dropped off at Penrose Elementary School and was last seen in the cafeteria.
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Altercation on SEPTA bus involving former WHYY intern and pepper spray goes viral
The two participants, including a former WHYY intern, in the chaotic scene knew each other during their time at Community College of Philadelphia. Elon Musk chimed in on X.
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Listen 1:19In Fairmount Park, volunteers spend MLK Day tackling invasive species
Organizers hope the day of service encourages people to volunteer year-round.
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Listen 1:04MLK’s deep ties to Philadelphia
King audited classes at Penn, preached in Philadelphia churches and built relationships with influential Black clergy and institutions. Can we claim the reverend one of ours?
Air Date: January 19, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 51:12Center City District Restaurant Week returns to Philadelphia
More than 120 restaurants across Philadelphia’s downtown area will offer discounted, prix-fixe menus during the annual winter dining promotion.
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Delco Gives to return for year 3. It is Delaware County’s largest day of philanthropy
Delco Gives has raised approximately $4 million for local nonprofits and causes since the philanthropic initiative launched in 2024.
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Listen 0:47Sisters team up to explore the lives of Black women in Revolution-era New Jersey
Artists Anika Grant and Nandi Jordan are producing “Ceremony for Revolutionary Seeds” this fall at historic sites in Camden, Fort Lee and Trenton.
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